OVERVIEW

Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: As per award
Occupation: Health and allied health
Location: Loddon Mallee - Mount Alexander
Reference: VG/1869101
Dhelkaya Health is a fresh approach to healthcare that is deeply human. Our name, ‘Dhelkaya,’ derived from Dja Dja Wurrung language, translates to ‘being healthy’. It embodies our mission to foster health and wellbeing within our community.
Our deep understanding of local knowledge and community needs allows us to address the unique challenges faced by our diverse population. Our history is rich, but our commitment to innovation and evidence-based care ensures that we’re constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of our community.
Dhelkaya Health’s main campuses are in Castlemaine and Maldon. We also run an Information Hub in central Castlemaine and the Tarrengower Health Service in Maldon. From these locations and across the community, we deliver personalised patient services, residential care, maternity services, NDIS, and community wellbeing services.
We value diversity and our staff are encouraged to draw from their identity and culture in being part of a workforce that is respectful, welcoming and inclusive.
Dhelkaya Health - Healthier Together.
Position Title: Physiotherapist Grade 2
Classification: VB1 to VB4
Salary per hour: $45.66 to $52.49 + superannuation + generous salary packaging options
Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract full-time – 18th August 2025 to 14th August 2026
Award: Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise agreement 2021-2026

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Grade 2 Physiotherapist to join our dedicated Ambulatory Care team at Dhelkaya Health. In this role, you will deliver high-quality, person-centred physiotherapy services across a variety of settings, including clients’ homes, hospital wards, and community-based clinics.
Your responsibilities will include providing evidence-based physiotherapy interventions, client education, and equipment prescription. You will work closely with clients, their families and carers to achieve the best possible outcomes, while also collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of health professionals and community service providers.

As a key member of our Ambulatory Care department, you will contribute to a broad range of programs, including but not limited to:

• Musculoskeletal and neurological rehabilitation
• Falls and balance management
• Pain management
• Cancer rehabilitation
• Hand and forearm clinics

You will also have the opportunity to provide allied health services in Residential Aged Care Facilities and custodial health environments.
This dynamic role offers variety and the chance to make a real difference across multiple clinical areas. In addition to your clinical work, you’ll provide supervision and support to Grade 1 Physiotherapists, Allied Health Assistants, and students, helping to foster a strong and supportive learning environment.